On July 18, 2025, the President of Kyungdong University (South Korea), Prof. Dr. John Kyu Lee, and the Vice-Rector, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sirojiddin S. Juraev visited Kyrgyz-Turkish Manas University.
The Kyungdong University delegation was welcomed by Rector of Kyrgyz-Turkish Manas University, Prof. Dr. Alpaslan Ceylan, along with Deputy Rector Prof. Dr. Almaz Ibraev, and Vice-Rectors Prof. Dr. Recai Doğan and Prof. Dr. Kamalbek Karymshakov.
During the meeting, discussions focused on potential collaboration in academic and research fields, including joint projects, student and academic staff exchanges, and the expansion of international education opportunities. As part of the visit, the two universities signed a cooperation protocol aimed at strengthening academic ties and fostering long-term partnerships through the mutual exchange of knowledge and expertise.
The meeting concluded with the exchange of commemorative gifts and a group photo. Following the formal session, the delegation visited various academic units and the university’s media studio Manas TV, to observe ongoing activities and initiatives.